People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Fixed Term – until 30 June 2027
- Based remotely in Umuwa, APY Lands
- Relocation Assistance provided
ABOUT US
Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Council was founded and is still led, governed and directed by women from the NPY region. It was created to give a voice to women across 26 desert communities in the cross-border regions of Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Today, we continue to provide progressive, innovative and evidence-based work in service delivery, advocacy and support.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Tjungu (together) team provides support, advocacy and care coordination to ngaltutjara tjuta – people with disabilities, elderly people, and their carers & families.
Tjungu was chosen as the title for the program to reflect the fact that aged, disability and mental health issues often overlap ad require workers and families to meet these challenges together.
Tjungu philosophy and principles support the rights of older Anangu people and people with disabilities to live in their community so that family and relationships can be maintained and spiritual and physical connections with country are continued.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The program operates in SA but forms part of the NPY Women’s Council (NPYWC) Tjungu (together) Team aged and disability work across the tri-state region. It aims to enable aged and frail Anangu to maintain quality of life while continuing to live in their traditional country through:
Provision to clients and their carers of advocacy, information and referrals.
Community development with clients, carers, communities and other relevant agencies.
Linking in with other NPYWC services and other organisations to coordinate and improve services for aged and frail aged Anangu.
ABOUT YOU
You will have Tertiary qualifications and / or a minimum of three years’ experience in a health, community services or related field. You will also have understanding of current issues relating to aged and frail aged Anangu and ability to work in a cross-cultural environment, including working in partnership with other NPYWC staff and taking direction.
In addition to this we offer a generous remuneration package. You will receive an above award salary, salary packaging benefits, 32 days (pro-rata) of annual leave and 15 days (pro-rata) of personal leave. We also provide use of a company vehicle when travelling remotely along with travel allowance.
TO APPLY
- Please complete the form below and submit both a comprehensive covering letter and resume.
- A full position description is available here: Project Officer – Aged Care (002)
- For initial enquiries about the role, please contact Kim McRae, Tjungu Manager, on 08 8958 2360
Due to the number of applications we are only able to respond to candidates who have been shortlisted.
